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Amanda Smith

Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken: A Zesty Delight!

Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a zesty and flavorful dish featuring grilled chicken breasts topped with salsa verde and melted pepper jack cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 8 ounces pepper jack cheese shredded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken breasts.
  3. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. During the last few minutes of grilling, spoon salsa verde over each chicken breast and top with shredded pepper jack cheese. Close the grill lid and allow the cheese to melt, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breastCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 50gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños to the chicken while grilling.
  • Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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